Korean Dictionary
How to say "Drawer" in Korean
“Drawer” in Korean is 서랍 (pronounced "seorap").
서랍
seorap
Usage & Context
A drawer is a sliding compartment for storage. The term 서랍 is commonly used in Korean homes. Most Korean furniture has multiple drawers for organization.
Example Sentence
서랍에서 양말을 꺼내요.
I take socks out of the drawer.
How to use 서랍 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Drawer” is 서랍, romanized as seorap.
Usage tip
Practice this word inside a full daily-life sentence, because particles and sentence endings make the Korean sound natural.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 서랍.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 'seo', sounds like 'saw' without the 'w'. The second syllable, 'rap', rhymes with the English word 'rap'. The 'r' sound is a light flap, similar to the 'tt' in 'butter'.
More Example Sentences
Asking a family member or close friend for a favor.
서랍 좀 열어줄래?
Can you open the drawer for me?
Complaining about a piece of furniture.
이 서랍은 잘 안 열려요.
This drawer doesn't open well.
Giving instructions on where to find something.
중요한 서류는 맨 아래 서랍에 있어요.
Important documents are in the bottom drawer.
Cultural Context
Korean homes often prioritize efficient storage due to smaller living spaces. 서랍 (seorap) is a fundamental part of most furniture, from dressers (서랍장) to desks. Many Koreans keep personal items, documents, or small necessities neatly organized within drawers, reflecting a cultural emphasis on tidiness and maximizing space.
Editorial note
We review entries like 서랍 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
서랍을 열다
To open a drawer
서랍을 닫다
To close a drawer
서랍을 정리하다
To organize a drawer
Related Expressions
서랍장
seorapjang
Chest of drawers / dresser
칸
kan
Compartment / section
수납장
sunapjang
Storage cabinet
옷장
otjang
Wardrobe / closet
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